Nick Crockford

Nick has been a journalist for more than 30 years, working for weekly and major daily (morning and evening) newspapers, as well as in public relations and radio in Australia and the UK.

He has led teams covering such as the English Premier League, World Cup Finals and Olympic Games, but says community news is his first love.

Nick has lived in the Moreton Bay Region for more than 20 years and is heavily involved with two of the region’s largest football clubs.

The Latest from Nick

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan
News / Local
8 June 2026

"Concerns" remain over Master Plan

Campaigners say their “work is by no means done”, despite generally welcoming the final Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan. Check out graphic and comments.

News / Local
8 June 2026

New servo plan for major road

Plans have been submitted for a new service station near one of Moreton Bay’s biggest visitor attractions.

Bridge is back - higher and stronger
News / Local
8 June 2026

Bridge is back - higher and stronger

The new $8.9 million White Patch bridge has been opened - more than two years after the only entrance to the area was washed away.

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour
News / Local
8 June 2026

Classmates-turned-friends take top UniSC honour

What’s better than watching your friend graduate from the UniSC Moreton Bay, with a top academic honour? Standing beside them, doing the same thing!

Mini farm to close - and reopen
News / Local
8 June 2026

Mini farm to close - and reopen

The Mini Farm Project will close its half-acre Samford site at the end of next month - and take up an “incredible opportunity”.

Upgrades finished on key road
News / Local
8 June 2026

Upgrades finished on key road

Beachmere Road has now fully reopened after the completion of year-long upgrades costing $20.75 million.

Plans approved for new homemaker centre
News / Local
8 June 2026

Plans approved for new homemaker centre

A new homemaker centre is to be built in Moreton Bay after plans were approved for a high-profile 3.7-hectare site.

Big plans for Moreton Bay harbour
News / Local
8 June 2026

Big plans for Moreton Bay harbour

A Master Plan has been unveiled today with a long-term vision for one of Moreton Bay's busiest harbours. Check out details and graphic.

Mary's four-some Games challenge
News / Local
8 June 2026

Mary's four-some Games challenge

Dayboro resident Mary Albrow, 80, is preparing to represent Queensland in four sports at next week’s Australian Transplant Games.

Laini signs for Roar
News / Local
8 June 2026

Laini signs for Roar

Laini Freier, who played junior and senior football in the Moreton Bay region, has signed for Brisbane Roar where she joins twin sister Sharn.